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Been having shortness of breath for the past week. i am ithypochondriac, does this shortness of breath damage my brain?

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Dr. Venkata Chilakapati answered

Hypochondia: If it is from hypochiondic reason then there is no problem. If it is real shortness of breath then you need medical attention. Consult your physician.

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Answered 12/21/2014

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A member asked:

Been having shortness of breath for the past week. i am ithypochondriac, does this shortness of breath damage my brain?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Venkata Chilakapati answered

Dr Kozminski agreed

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